Wakamatsu Ward
Kitakyushu
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Popular places to visit
Mojiko Retro
Learn about the local history of Kitakyushu when you take a trip to Mojiko Retro. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Moji Port
Explore the waterfront in Kitakyushu with a trip to Moji Port. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
Kokura Castle
Traditional Japanese gardens and a moat surround this picturesque replica castle, providing a peaceful break from the bustle of Kitakyushu.
Riverwalk Kitakyushu
This vast shopping center on the Murasaki River combines a multitude of outlets with an arts center, museum and outdoor recreation space.
Kawachi Wisteria Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kawachi Wisteria Garden, a lovely green space in Kitakyushu. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
Yasaka Shrine
Discover the long history entwined with sacred myths and exciting annual festivities of this shrine located adjacent to Kokura Castle.
Things to do
One Day Tour to Kitakyushu and Yamaguchi from Fukuoka
Mojiko Karato Market Motonosumi Shrine Day Tour from Fukuoka
Nostalgic Izakaya Tour in Kitakyushu's Kokura
5-Day One Way Bus Trip to North Hyogo from Fukuoka to Hiroshima
6 Day Private MINIBUS Tour to Kyoto via Fukui from Fukuoka
Private Day Trip around Yamaguchi City from Fukuoka with Minibus
Top hotels in Wakamatsu Ward
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Other neighbourhoods around Wakamatsu Ward
Shioimachi
While Shioimachi isn't home to many top sights, The Outlets Kitakyushu and Kitakyushu City Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kurosaki
While there might not be top attractions in Kurosaki, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
Aoyama
While there might not be top attractions in Aoyama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum and Mt. Sarakura.
Tobata
Travellers like the museums in Tobata, and Kitakyushu City Art Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Yahatahigashi
Well liked for its mountain views and museums, Yahatahigashi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mt. Sarakura and Museum of Natural and Human History, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.
Yahatanishi
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Kissho-ji Temple or Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park.
- Iwaya Beach
- Green Park
- Riverwalk Kitakyushu
- Sea Mall Shimonoseki
- Kawachi Wisteria Garden
- Kitakyushu City Art Museum
- Ganryujima
- The Outlets Kitakyushu
- Kirara Beach Yakeno
- Kitakyushu International Conference Center
- Kitakyushu Environment Museum
- Kitakyushu Municipal Children's Culture and Science Museum